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Do you love craft beer and cider? Do you want to craft a career in this fast growing segment of the alcoholic beverage marketplace? Things are happening fast in craft cider and Vermont Hard Cider Company, LLC maker of Woodchuck Hard Cider is leading the charge into deeper innovation in the craft category. We are seeking an addition to our sales team to focus on working with wholesalers and supporting retail sales through promotions and events. This position will respond to strong market demand. Put your leadership, high energy, creativity and strong people skills to work! You will be responsible for the sales and retail development of the assigned brand portfolio within the territory of Southern California.
Responsibilities include:
• Spending the majority of time working with distributors to build the distribution base both ON and OFF Premise through all levels of the organizations.
• Heavy focus- on premise and grocery/liquor chains (where applicable).
• “Work withs” (wholesaler reps and management), product placement, price management, chain program execution and on-premise promotions.
• Participate in Annual Business Planning meetings, taking more responsibility in this process once you develop in the position.
• Implementing programs and leading by example to ensure distributor execution. Regular distributor Sales / Kick off meetings and ride-withs are critical components to the success of this position.
• Conducting on and off premise samplings and represent at weekend festivals
Requirements include:
• Five years of beverage experience, representing a supplier calling on distributors/wholesalers. Brewer and beer wholesaler experience preferred.
• Minimum 2 years experience managing Reyes Family Wholesalers
• Strong administrative, organizational and computer skills.
• Candidate must also have strong analytical skills, field experience
• Travel will be required (Average 8+ days per month)
• In summary- leader, high energy, analytical, creative, some chain experience preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in business or related field.
• Based out of the Orange County, CA area.
Apply online at www.woodchuck.com
Responsibilities include:
• Spending the majority of time working with distributors to build the distribution base both ON and OFF Premise through all levels of the organizations.
• Heavy focus- on premise and grocery/liquor chains (where applicable).
• “Work withs” (wholesaler reps and management), product placement, price management, chain program execution and on-premise promotions.
• Participate in Annual Business Planning meetings, taking more responsibility in this process once you develop in the position.
• Implementing programs and leading by example to ensure distributor execution. Regular distributor Sales / Kick off meetings and ride-withs are critical components to the success of this position.
• Conducting on and off premise samplings and represent at weekend festivals
Requirements include:
• Five years of beverage experience, representing a supplier calling on distributors/wholesalers. Brewer and beer wholesaler experience preferred.
• Minimum 2 years experience managing Reyes Family Wholesalers
• Strong administrative, organizational and computer skills.
• Candidate must also have strong analytical skills, field experience
• Travel will be required (Average 8+ days per month)
• In summary- leader, high energy, analytical, creative, some chain experience preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in business or related field.
• Based out of the Orange County, CA area.
Apply online at www.woodchuck.com
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